Narcissus Flower

The narcissus flower (Narcissus tazetta) held profound symbolic and cultural significance in ancient Egypt. It symbolized rebirth, renewal, and eternal life, making it a central element in funerary and religious practices.

Narcissus bulbs were often placed in tombs to support the deceased on their journey to the afterlife. Archaeological discoveries state narcissus bulb was found placed over the eyes and in the nostrils of the mummy of Pharaoh Ramesses II.

During festivals, narcissus was used alongside lotus and papyrus to honor deities and celebrate life’s cycles. They were woven into garlands, pressed into pottery, or depicted in tomb paintings, homage to gods like Osiris, the ruler of the afterlife.